The Master grape is the creation of E. G. Pavlovsky, who crossed the Hybrid 41 variety with the Talisman variety. The result is a high-yielding grape with excellent marketability and transportability. The author is not a professional breeder, so the grape is classified as an amateur selection. It is intended for table grapes.
Description and appearance of the bush
The variety is new, and there's no precise or officially documented data regarding its characteristics. However, based on the originator's statements and gardeners' opinions, it's believed to produce high yields, and the bushes can withstand temperatures as low as -24 degrees Celsius.
Appearance of the bush and other parameters:
- flowers are bisexual, grapes do not need pollinators;
- bunches – are cylindrical in shape and have medium density, weighing at least 500-700 g;
- ripening – early, the harvest can be collected after 100-115 days after bud swelling;
- fruiting is stable;
- peas - absent;
- leaves - light green, large;
- shoots are strong, light brown;
- number of eyes – from 30 to 35 pcs.;
- resistance to fungal diseases - to mildew, gray mold and oidium 3.5 points.
- × Thinning of brushes should be carried out in the “pea” phase to prevent overloading the bush.
- × Leave no more than 1-2 brushes per shoot, taking into account the growth strength of the bush.
Berries and their taste
The large fruits deserve special attention; they are characterized by a pleasant harmonious taste and an exceptionally grape aroma.
Other berry characteristics:
- shape – smooth oval;
- skin color – dark red;
- the pulp is dense and juicy;
- the skin is thin but strong and easy to chew;
- minimum weight of berries – 12 g.
Features of cultivation
This variety is considered completely unpretentious, so planting, propagation, and care methods are standard. However, keep in mind some varietal characteristics:
- the place should be illuminated by the sun for most of the day;
- the distance between plantings and to buildings or fences must be at least 2 m;
- high groundwater levels are excluded – at least 1.5 m from the ground surface;
- normalization involves pruning stems to 8 buds;
- the optimal side of the vineyard for planting is the south;
- soil - neutral acidity, extremely fertile;
- the composition of the substrate for the planting hole should be garden soil, peat, humus, sand and mineral complexes;
- watering – regular and abundant (at least 30-40 liters of water);
- top dressing is carried out 4 times per season - in spring, twice in summer and in autumn;
- planting hole depth – 70 cm;
- storage of crops – at temperatures from 0 to +2 degrees;
- shelf life – about 2 months.
- ✓ Storage temperature must be strictly between 0 and +2 degrees.
- ✓ The air humidity in the storage area should be 85-90% to prevent the berries from drying out.
- • Harvesting should be done in the morning hours when the berries have maximum sugar content.
- • Use only clean containers for collection to avoid contamination of berries.
Application
Master grapes are versatile, sweet enough to be eaten fresh. The berries are used to make juices and compotes, preserves and jellies, and some crafters even make homemade wine.
Reviews
The Master grape is a new hybrid that, by its origins, is resistant to diseases and pests. It produces good and consistent yields, producing large, oval, table-quality fruits. It is grown using the classic method.